The 1988 Volkswagen Golf has two recalls of equal seriousness: a brake line that can wear through and leak fluid, and a fuel hose connection that can leak near hot engine components and cause an engine fire.
On the brake side, a missing support bracket allows a preheating tube to rub against the right front brake line over time, eventually wearing through it and causing brake fluid to escape, which can reduce stopping power. On the fuel side, the connection between the fuel hose and fuel rail can seep fuel onto hot engine surfaces, creating a fire risk under the hood.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel hose connecting to the fuel rail may leak. Escaping fuel could contact hot engine parts and start a fire in the engine compartment.
What the fix does
The fuel hose will be replaced and new spring-type hose clamps will be installed to secure the connection.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The preheating tube lacks a support bracket, allowing it to rub against the right front brake line and eventually cause brake fluid to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your vehicle and install a preheating tube support bracket if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
